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What We Do

Waypoint's mission: to inspire people to move forward.

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What We Do

Utilizing a safety net of best practice, research-based approaches, Waypoint's programs aim to provide proactive solutions and stabilizing resources for those experiencing homelessness, poverty, and violence, or needing affordable child care. Waypoint supports nearly 7,500 individuals each year, equipping them with the tools and resources they need to achieve stability and move forward in their lives.

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Housing Services

A network of services including Madge Phillips Center Shelter, Centralized Intake, Coordinated Entry, Rapid Re-Housing, and Homeless Prevention which provide solutions to homelessness and finding affordable housing

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Domestic Violence Victim Services

Empowering victims and survivors of domestic violence through advocacy, safety planning, information, support groups, and a 24/7 Resource & Support Line and educating the community about domestic and dating violence

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KidsPoint Child Care Program

Providing high-quality education to over 500 children, ages 5 weeks through 12 years old, and offering a Family Support Program for families with needs, such as financial assistance, outside of the scope of the classroom

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Survivors' Program

Advocating for individuals who have lost a family member or friend to homicide or vehicular homicide and supporting those impacted by violent felony crime, such as kidnapping, robbery, and attempted murder, The Survivors’ Program is here to help.

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Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Victim Services Program Impact

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2435

victims/survivors of domestic violence received advocacy, safety planning, counseling, and support.

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97%

of victims/survivors reported feeling safer after working with a Waypoint Victim Advocate.

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2651

phone calls were answered through the 24/7 Resource & Support Line.

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Housing & Homeless Services Impact

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75%

of clients served through Madge Phillips Center Shelter, Rapid Re-Housing, and Homeless Prevention programs exited to permanent housing.

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260

women and families with children were provided with emergency shelter.

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807

individuals experiencing a housing crisis were supported through Rapid Re-Housing and Homeless Prevention programs.

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32109

meals were served at the Madge Phillips Center Shelter.

Child Care Program

KidsPoint Child Care Program Impact

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96%

of children who exited a KidsPoint Learning Center & Preschool were developmentally on track for kindergarten.

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98%

of school age youth enrolled at KidsPoint reported having a positive sense of self and a positive relationship with an adult outside of their family.

We're Here for you

For over 125 years, Waypoint has existed as a vital community resource for individuals in need.

Domestic Violence Resource & Support Line

800.208.0388 -or- 319.363.2093

Housing Services

319.366.7999 -or- 1.833.739.0065

KidsPoint Child Care

319.365.1636

Survivors' Program

319.365.1458

Contact Waypoint

318 5th St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

319.365.1458


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